Cheltenham Running Festival
Join us for the Cheltenham Running Festival on Sunday 14th June 2026, featuring chip timed 5k, 10k, and Half Marathon races around Cheltenham Racecourse. A kids race is also included, making it a fun day out for the entire family.
The Course
The course is a flat 5k loop within the racecourse grounds, with surfaces mostly tarmac and some sections of gravel and soft surface. It is not suitable for wheelchair or buggy use.
Race Details
- Distances: 5k (one lap), 10k (two laps), Half Marathon (four laps), Kids race
- Date: Sunday, 14 June 2026
- Location: Cheltenham Racecourse, Swindon Village, South West (England)
- Timing: Chip timed with results available online and via email.
- Facilities: Water stations, on-site baggage and parking.
- Minimum Ages: 11 for 5k, 15 for 10k, 17 for Half Marathon.
- Registration: Race packs with timing chips are issued at the event village. Online entries close 48 hours prior to the event; day entries may be available.
The Venue
Cheltenham Racecourse is a premier venue in the South West of England, known for hosting top racing events.